Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
by K. C. Lalwani | 1973 | 185,989 words
The English translation of the Bhagavati-sutra which is the fifth Jaina Agama (canonical literature). It is a large encyclopedic work in the form of a dialogue where Mahavira replies to various question. The present form of the Sutra dates to the fifth century A.D. Abhayadeva Suri wrote a vritti (commentary) on the Bhagavati in A.D. 1071. In his J...
Part 6 - Sky over the universe and space-points of the soul
Q, 414. Bhante! How many are the space-points on the sky covering the universe (loka).
A. 414. Gautama! They are innumerable.
Q, 415. Bhante! How many are the space-pointś on each and every soul?
A. 415. Gautama! Each and every soul has as many space-points as the sky covering the universe.
Notes (based on commentary of Abhayadeva Sūri):
(There is no commentary available for this section).